Indian Army XLPE Cable Tender 1.1 KV IS 7098 Part 1 Rajasthan 2026

Tender Overview

Organization: Indian Army (Department of Military Affairs) seeks XLPE Cable for Working Voltage up to and Including 1.1 KV marked to IS 7098 (Part 1). Estimated value not disclosed; EMD is ₹32,000. Procurement location not specified in data. Scope emphasizes cables suitable for use in mines and low temperature conditions with fire performance considerations. Key differentiators include formal OEM authorization, 3-year govt supply experience, and an option clause enabling up to 50% quantity variation. This tender targets suppliers capable of IS 7098 Part 1 compliance and robust after-sales terms, with adherence to military procurement standards.

Technical Specifications & Requirements

• Product category: XLPE cable, up to 1.1 KV working voltage
• Standards referenced: IS 7098 (Part 1) certification; ISI marks or equivalent may be implied for safety
• Conductor specifics: Material and construction details repeated across categories; nominal conductor area and number of cores requested (exact values not provided)
• Armouring and inner sheath: Types of armour and inner sheath specified, with outer sheath standards not clearly enumerated
• Environmental/usage notes: Cables suitable for mines; low temperature performance; improved fire performance classification
• Documentation scope: OEM authorization required; business experience evidence for three years; supplier to show regular govt/PSU supply experience
• Tender risk management: Option clause allows quantity changes up to 50%, delivery time recalculation based on original period, and extended timelines with minimum 30 days
• Delivery/payment linkage: Invoices must reflect consignee GST; GST handling per purchaser policy; payment terms not explicitly stated

Terms, Conditions & Eligibility

• EMD: ₹32,000 (bank guarantee or online deposit as per terms)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in manufacturing/supply to Central/State Govt or PSU; primary product must meet bunch bid criteria
• Manufacturer Authorization: OEM/Original Service Provider authorization required
• GST/PAN: Valid GSTIN, PAN; EFT mandate and bank details to be provided
• Delivery: Comply with option clause timing; delivery windows as per contract; timelines may extend with calculated formula
• Warranty/Penalties: Not explicitly stated; include standard govt remedies and LD considerations per contract terms
• Other docs: Transfers/ownership restrictions; bid must include documents for vendor code creation and financial standing checks